NEET UG 2026 Stray Vacancy Round Registration Notification

Any candidate who has appeared for NEET UG 2026 and remains eligible under MCC guidelines can register for this stray vacancy round. This round is intended for those who have not secured a seat in earlier rounds or who wish to upgrade their allotted seat. Since this round covers all India quota seats, candidates from any state can apply. There are no additional age or category restrictions beyond the standard NEET eligibility criteria for UG medical courses.

To apply, visit the official MCC website at mcc.nic.in starting from 13 October 2026. Complete the online registration by 3:00 PM on 14 October 2026. After registering, candidates must pay the applicable fee by 6:00 PM on the same day to confirm their participation. The choice filling window will be open from 12 to 15 October, with locking deadlines following closely. Seat allotment results will be declared on 17 October, and candidates are required to report to their allotted institutes between 19 and 26 October 2026. Keep a printout of your registration and payment confirmation for future reference.